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Citroen C5 Aircross C-series ED PHEV A Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Citroen C5 Aircross C-series ED PHEV A reliable? We analysed 356 real MOT tests across 321 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 356 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
91.9%
Typical Mileage
25,874mi
Annual Mileage
mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Citroen C5 Aircross C-series ED PHEV A is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Citroen C5 Aircross C-series ED PHEV A.

Citroen C5 Aircross C-series ED PHEV A Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Citroen C5 Aircross C-series ED PHEV A. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Citroen C5 Aircross C-series ED PHEV A MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Citroen C5 Aircross C-series ED PHEV A to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

91.7%
2023

Citroen C5 Aircross C-series ED PHEV A Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Citroen C5 Aircross C-series ED PHEV A models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1
Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 1
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 1

Citroen C5 Aircross C-series ED PHEV A MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Citroen C5 Aircross C-series ED PHEV A year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 339 91.7% 18,978 26,015 35,860

How Long Does a Citroen C5 Aircross C-series ED PHEV A Last?

Based on 321 Citroen C5 Aircross C-series ED PHEV A vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.1 years
Median
2.0 years

Citroen C5 Aircross C-series ED PHEV A Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Citroen C5 Aircross C-series ED PHEV A MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
25,874 mi
75th Percentile
35,853 mi
95th Percentile
58,108 mi
Max Recorded
77,841 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Citroen C5 Aircross C-series ED PHEV A

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2023

91.7% MOT pass rate from 339 tests

The best year to buy a used Citroen C5 Aircross C-series ED PHEV A is 2023, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.7% across 339 tests.

How Does the Citroen C5 Aircross C-series ED PHEV A Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Citroen C5 Aircross C-series ED PHEV A THIS CAR 91.9% 356 25,874 mi — yrs
Citroen Xsara 69.1% 5,047,330 77,497 mi 28 yrs
Citroen Berlingo 70.1% 4,453,235 83,738 mi 29 yrs
Citroen C3 72.7% 4,435,918 53,913 mi 24 yrs
Saab 9-3 Vector Sport Dth 74.5% 509 122,662 mi 19 yrs

Compared to the Citroen Xsara (69.1% pass rate) and the Citroen Berlingo (70.1% pass rate), the Citroen C5 Aircross C-series ED PHEV A outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Citroen C5 Aircross C-series ED PHEV A?

The Citroen C5 Aircross C-series ED PHEV A has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.9% across 356 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre has ply or cords exposed. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Citroen C5 Aircross C-series ED PHEV A with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Citroen C5 Aircross C-series ED PHEV A — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Citroen C5 Aircross C-series ED PHEV A reliable?
Based on 356 MOT tests, the Citroen C5 Aircross C-series ED PHEV A has a 91.9% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Citroen C5 Aircross C-series ED PHEV A?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Citroen C5 Aircross C-series ED PHEV A do per year?
Mileage data is not yet available for this model.
How long does a Citroen C5 Aircross C-series ED PHEV A last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Citroen C5 Aircross C-series ED PHEV A?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Citroen C5 Aircross C-series ED PHEV A?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Citroen C5 Aircross C-series ED PHEV A is 2023 with a 91.7% pass rate across 339 tests.